Author Description

Inspired by Joseph Campbell's hero's journey framework, The Unschooling Journey is a weave of myths, contemporary stories, and tales from Pam's journey. It's not a "how to" book--no two paths through the world unschooling have the same twists and turns--yet having a general sense of where you are on your journey can bring valuable insight as you navigate the challenges that will inevitably appear. She shares this book as a field guide to the stages and characters you are likely to encounter in some form on your unschooling journey. In The Unschooling Journey, you'll discover: - The value of approaching your journey with insatiable curiosity--beginner's mind; - How living and learning weave together to create a meaningful tapestry of lifelong learning and joy; - The hidden depths of self-awareness--for ourselves and our children--that come when we move away from control as a parenting tool; - The profound impact of judgement and shame, and how to find your way to kindness and compassion with your children; - That unschooling, like life, is a practice, and there is real magic in its messiness